August 2017

It’s the last week of August in Switzerland and the blueberries are sweet and juicy. Last week, I bought a bunch and stored some in my freezer. If you freeze blueberries when they’re fresh, you can enjoy them all winter long. Blueberries are packed with nutrients. They’re low in calories and carbohydrate but high in fibre, […]

John and I arrived home yesterday after a vacation in Canada. Our flight from Toronto to Geneva went well, but when I travel east, I’m often hit hard with jet lag. To readjust my internal clock and avoid sleepless nights, I kept myself physically active yesterday with household chores. I vacuumed and cleaned our home, from […]

This August, take advantage of fresh summer produce and toss your salads with a peach vinaigrette. This vinaigrette is easy to make and adds a fresh fruity taste to your salads. This aromatic salad with quinoa, chickpeas, arugula leaves, red currants, fresh herbs and spices is packed with protein, minerals, and vitamins. If your diet […]